Connor McDavid, the Edmonton Oilers' superstar, has been suspended for three games for a head cross-check on Vancouver Canucks forward Conor Garland during a recent game. Alongside him, Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers received a similar punishment for a cross-check of his own against Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard. The reaction to McDavid's suspension has been mixed, with strong opinions from fans and players alike, notably from Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby. Crosby empathized with McDavid, recognizing the physical nature of hockey and how emotions can cloud judgment, particularly when players endure unchecked penalties. He pointed out that retaliation often results in harsher scrutiny and consequences.
